Why Do We Use Them In Training? Today, I want to talk about a topic that seems to provoke a fair amount of consternation among students in my beginner obedience class. Namely, this: Why do we have to use treats? This is a reasonable, and very common question – and so, I will do my best to shed some…

Beginners Classes and Class 1 & 2 all commence at 2pm Classes 3 & 4 commence at 3.30pm Please arrive approximately 15 minutes early to allow you and your dog to settle before class begins It might be raining or a bit chilly, but we’re still training….

Hume City Council Community Grant 2017 SDODC – Proud recipient of Hume City Council Community Grant 2017 President Clare McDonald & Secretary Leonie Gray at the Presentation Ceremony with Cr Anne Potter & Cr Leigh Johnson – Thank you Hume City Council for your support

Training for 2017 has resumed Saturday – Weather permitting Please come along early to renew your membership before class – if the weather forecast is for 30 or above, there will be no training, but we will be at the club for membership renewals from 1.15pm until 2.30pm. We look forward to a terrific year ahead.

Responsible Dog Ownership Sunbury & District Obedience Dog Club (SDODC) is dedicated to helping you understand your dog through positive based training methods. Positive reinforcement training uses praise and/or treats to reward your dog for doing something you want him to do. Because the reward makes him or her more likely to repeat the behaviour, positive reinforcement is…

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The Sunbury & District Obedience Dog Club currently trains at Boardman Reserve in Mitchells Lane, Sunbury and has done so for many years.
Over the years the club has enjoyed participating in a variety of community events including local Fairs and Agricultural Shows.